Comparative Effectiveness of Resistance Exercise and Medication Therapies in Type 2 Diabetes Management: A Comprehensive Proposal
Date of Award
Fall 10-13-2024
Document Type
Non Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Exercise Science
Department
Kinesiology
First Advisor
Denise Howard
Abstract
Ozempic (Semaglutide) is one of the most popular drugs on the market today. Numerous claims have been made about the benefits of this specific drug for weight loss. This same drug has been credited for having positive effects on cardiometabolic health in subjects with diabetes. With so many studies exhibiting a positive correlation between the use of pharmaceuticals and insulin resistance in the diabetes population, this study seeks to investigate how exercise plays a role in this population. This study aims to determine if resistance training is a suitable treatment alternative to diabetic drugs like Ozempic. Eighty subjects between the ages of 25-50 will be separated into two groups. One will engage in 16 weeks of circuit training twice a week, while the second group will take the recommended dose of Ozempic over the 16-week course. HbA1c, HDL and LDL cholesterol, BMI and Blood pressure will be measured to compare the results of two groups. This study will look at the long-term sustainability of these treatment methods and determine their impact on overall health in T2D patients.